Africa: Omosehin – Africa Insurance Market Commands bn Premium Pool

Africa: Omosehin – Africa Insurance Market Commands $68bn Premium Pool

Commissioner for Insurance, Mr Ayo Olusegun Omosehin, has said that despite the recorded gap in Africa’s insurance penetration, the continent commands an estimated $68 billion premium pool, signalling strong underlying demand where access exists. Omosehin who spoke in a high-level panel discussion at the 52nd African Insurance Organisation Conference in Cairo Egypt, challenged the regional…

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YouTube enhances Premium perks for podcast listeners

YouTube enhances Premium perks for podcast listeners

YouTube is rolling out a suite of new features tailored specifically for Premium subscribers, with a distinct nod toward elevating the podcast listening experience. Read: Geely E2 sparks record-breaking EV sales surge in South Africa Leading the update is an innovative auto-speed function, currently live on Android and slated for an iOS release in the…

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Xiaomi plans premium expansion in South Africa

Xiaomi plans premium expansion in South Africa

Xiaomi has announced that its primary strategic focus for 2026 is a major expansion of its partnerships with South Africa’s leading mobile operators, including MTN, Vodacom, Telkom, and Cell C. By scaling its postpaid presence, the Chinese electronics giant aims to bring its high-end flagship devices to a broader audience via monthly contract offerings. Read:…

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Premium smartphones drive Apple’s sales growth

Premium smartphones drive Apple’s sales growth

Premium smartphone demand lifted Apple to market leadership in 2025. Global smartphone shipments grew 2% year-on-year (YOY) in 2025, driven by increasing premium phone demand and improving momentum in key emerging markets, according to preliminary estimates from Counterpoint’s market monitor. According to the report, the market sustained its growth momentum throughout 2025, primarily driven by…

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Africa: Omosehin – Africa Insurance Market Commands bn Premium Pool

Africa: Woodford Reserve Debuts in Kenya, Targeting East Africa’s Premium Whiskey Market

Nairobi — Woodford Reserve, the small-batch Kentucky bourbon produced by Brown-Forman, has officially launched in Kenya, marking the brand’s strategic entry into the East African premium-whiskey market. The debut coincided with a Nairobi event celebrating Old Fashioned Month on November 6, part of a global initiative highlighting the classic cocktail. David Mutunga, Brown-Forman’s East Africa…

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